Ingredients

• 1/2 lb fettuccine
• 1/2 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/4 cup reduced-fat half-and-half
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
• 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon peel, grated
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed